Celtic are amongst the bookies' list of possible next clubs for Cristiano Ronaldo after the superstar was released by Manchester United.

The Portuguese frontman said it felt like “the right time for a new challenge” after his contract with the Premier League side was terminated.

Ronaldo's position at Old Trafford looked untenable after his explosive interview with Piers Morgan in which he criticised manager Erik ten Hag and club officials.

Now Sky Bet have released a list of possible next moves for Ronaldo as he searches for the next stage of his career.

Celtic are 50/1 outsiders, while Chelsea are currently 11/4 favourites.

Ronaldo's former club Sporting Lisbon (3/1) and Newcastle (6/1) are also high up on the list.

The 37-year-old will lead out Portugal today as they begin their World Cup campaign against Ghana in Qatar.

Bruno Fernandes insists Portugal are “focused 100 per cent” on the World Cup despite the distraction of Ronaldo’s departure from Manchester United.

He said: “We are all focused 100 per cent on the national team and the World Cup. We are all aware of what we have to do.

“We are in a championship that is the dream of every player and a competition where every player wants to play.”

Asked if he would feel uncomfortable with his former Manchester United team-mate, Fernandes added: “I don’t feel uncomfortable, I don’t have to pick a side.

“Cristiano has always been an inspiration for me so it was a dream come true to be able to play with him but we know nothing ever lasts forever.

“It was good while it lasted. We have to respect his decision, whether we agree or not.”

Portugal manager Fernando Santos insisted the subject of Ronaldo’s move had not been raised among the group, adding: “This is something that has not been discussed when we have all been together.

“The conversation has not come up at any moment, not even from him (Ronaldo).”

Sky Bet Ronaldo next club odds

Chelsea 11/4

Sporting Lisbon 3/1

Any MLS Club 7/2

Any Saudi Pro League Club 6/1

Newcastle 6/1

Real Madrid 7/1

PSG 8/1

Bayern Munich 12/1

Napoli 12/1

Arsenal 16/1

Roma 16/1

AC Milan 20/1

Ajax 25/1

Manchester City 25/1

Atletico Madrid 33/1

Dortmund 33/1

Fenerbahce 33/1

Celtic 50/1

Nottingham Forest 100/1

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